Clinton lead seen as misleading in volatile polls
A roundup argues Clinton’s 15 to 20 point edge over Dole may mislead voters. It notes poll volatility, low Dole recognition, and lingering Clinton strengths from campaign ads. It warns CCRI debates, Supreme Court implications, and the Whitewater narrative could sway outcomes if races tighten.
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Seven Year Old Heritage League Eyes Civil War Battlefield Preserve
Central Maryland Heritage League marks its seventh anniversary with a two year lease purchase of the 21 room former Dr A A Lamar Sanatorium at 200 W Mann St Middletown to build a Civil War museum and preserve battlefield views. The group seeks 100000 on top of a 100000 state grant and 200000 price with funds raised to purchase historic property and expand preservation of 500 protected acres and 35 owned acres along the South Mountain Battlefield corridor. The effort links with local history and regional medical museum plans.
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League
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W. Mann St
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National Museum of Civil War Medicine
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Lamar
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Grimes spending fuels Frederick tax fears and vetoed deals
Jennifer Dougherty voices strong opposition to Jim Grimes administration in Frederick over what she calls misused taxpayer funds. She cites proposed projects, higher salaries, and private sector-style deals like running a grocery store as overreach.
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Frederick city hires few changes in new administration
Mayor Lloyd C. Culler warned appointees to perform their duties with no interference and to file daily reports on work quality or face removal. The city also released its first World War II Army dead and missing list, showing 83 Frederick County soldiers killed in action among 141 total casualties. The county hosted the largest Girl Scout day camp in its history, with activities across Baker Park Yellow Springs and Camp Baker led by Mrs. Paul Johnson and a large group of adult leaders.
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Jane Dudderar
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J.F. Messersmith
Racial Quotas Debate In Public Affairs Letter
Mary Alsop argues against racial quota systems in policing citing drug stop statistics. She acknowledges racism exists on both sides, supports letting police handle public safety without quotas, and criticizes racial agitators and sensational framing.
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Traffic of Emmitsburg Construction Through North Gate
North Gate residents protest construction traffic routing from Emu Ridge II. At a town meeting in April officials voted 3 to 1 to bar heavy equipment from North Gate and require Emmitt Ridge II to use its own Irish Town Road entrance, despite ongoing use by the contractor.
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Residents clash over rights of way and town ordinances
Letters from Emmitsburg residents accuse officials of acting without legal basis for a contractor's right of way through North Gate. They warn of costs from overweight vehicles and urge the mayor to stand with voters. A Vietnam veteran defends free speech while opposing imposition of views on abortion and supports Rep Roscoe Bartlett’s right to speak.
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Emmutsburg
Vietnam
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Letter on morals and free choice in media on bases
A veteran responder to Helen Alexander argues that magazines like Playboy and Penthouse should stay available on government installations. He cites his own military awards and Vietnam service, claims readers retain free choice, and rejects the notion of burning or banning such materials.
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Gerald Ford
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Lead paint abatement law risk to rental housing debate
Eugene R Jenkins argues against Maryland lead paint abatement proposals linking 1355 local cases to potential costly enforcement on over 150000 rental owners and subtenants. He contends federal gains from removing lead in gasoline undermine need for drastic regulation and questions health proof.
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Maryland Department of Environment
Centers For Disease Control
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News-Post
Readers are invited to send letters to The Frederick News-Post with full name address and phone number for verification. The paper notes a high volume and cannot guarantee publication though all letters are considered. Letters should be mailed to Letters to the Editor 200 E Pomck St B O Box 578 Frederick MD 21705 or faxed to 662-8299.
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